Location of Bathroom Vent outlet

[rdtompki]

I'm remodeling a large master bath (225 sq. ft.) and although the bathroom has 3 windows I'm still opting for a 250 cfm remote vent fan with two ceiling inlets. I'm trying to avoid going through the roof with the vent, but I believe that code requires the outlet to be a minimum of 10' from any window or attic vent. With a shallow roof and three windows it's going to be mighty hard to find a place on the gable end of the house. Anyone have experience with this sort of problem? I am doing this work with a permit so I will also try giving the inspector a call. Seems a bit silly to worry about the windows since the reason I'm installing the ventilation is that we seldom open are windows!

Worst call I'll call a roofer and get a roof jack (is that what it is called?) installed. I could probably do this myself, but I don't want any leaks.

[finnegan]

There are restrictions on the locations where you can terminate a DWV vent pipe that include clearances from openable windows and other intakes. Though, I am not familiar with anything that would restrict the location of a bath fan vent outlet.

[prashster]

I agree with Finnegan. The drain vent restrictions are to prevent discharging noxious gas near where people could be. The exhaust vent discharges largely moisture, and I imagine the restrictions are the same as that of dryer and oven vents. My dryer discharges right next to my door, so I infer there's no restriction.

[Terry]

Through the roof is always better.
Anywhere on the roof, if it's higher than the windows is ok.
The 10' limit is for vents terminated below the roof.

[rdtompki]

Thanks for the replies. Since I've to good access to the attic and a shallow roof I'll opt for the roof jack. This will somewhat simplify routing the vent duct.